Custom T-Shirt Pricing Guide Malaysia 2026
The custom t-shirt is the most universal piece of branded apparel there is — event tees, campaign merch, casual uniforms, giveaways and team shirts. Everyone wears one, and a good cotton tee with a clean print gets worn long after the event. But cotton grade, GSM weight and print method swing the price more than people expect. Here’s what drives the cost of custom t-shirts in Malaysia, with indicative ringgit bands by type and quantity.
Quick orientation. All figures below are typical, indicative per-piece ranges in Malaysian ringgit for logo-printed t-shirts delivered in the Klang Valley — not a quotation. T-shirts are most economical from around 50 pieces upward.
What sets the price
1. Fabric grade. A basic cotton or poly-cotton tee is cheapest; premium combed/ringspun cotton feels softer and costs more.
2. GSM weight. A light 160gsm tee is economical; a heavier 180–220gsm feels premium and lasts longer.
3. Print method & colours. A 1–2 colour screen print is cheapest; many colours, full-colour DTF or large prints add cost.
Indicative price bands by type
| T-shirt type | Typical unit @ ~100 pcs | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Poly-cotton tee | ~RM9 – RM16 | Budget events, giveaways |
| Basic cotton tee (160gsm) | ~RM10 – RM18 | Events, campaigns, volume |
| Premium combed cotton | ~RM15 – RM28 | Merch, premium gifts |
| Long sleeve | ~RM15 – RM26 | Sun cover, fashion merch |
Indicative ranges only, at ~100 pieces. Fabric grade, GSM and print method move them.
How quantity bends the price
| Quantity | Typical unit (basic cotton tee, 1-colour print) |
|---|---|
| ~50 (guide MOQ) | ~RM14 – RM22 |
| 100 | ~RM10 – RM18 |
| 300 | ~RM8 – RM15 |
| 500+ | ~RM6 – RM12 |
Screen printing has a per-colour setup, so it gets cheaper per shirt at volume; for small runs or many colours, DTF can be better value.
In-house tip: for a tee people keep, a 180gsm combed-cotton shirt with a clean screen print feels far better than a thin basic; save poly-cotton for one-off giveaways. Our t-shirt buying guide covers fabrics and print methods.
Before you order
How much do custom t-shirts cost in Malaysia?
At ~100 pieces, expect roughly RM9–16 for a poly-cotton tee, RM10–18 for basic cotton, RM15–28 for premium combed cotton, and RM15–26 for long sleeve — indicative, with print colours affecting cost.
What’s the minimum order?
Around 50 pieces as a guide; larger runs lower the per-shirt cost, especially with screen printing.
Which print method is best?
Screen printing is best and cheapest for simple, high-volume designs; DTF or heat transfer suits small runs and full-colour artwork; embroidery suits a small premium logo.
Get an exact t-shirt quote
Tell us your fabric, print and quantity for a firm price. Browse the full range of custom t-shirts in Malaysia to pick a style.
